1993 BMW 840 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1993 BMW 840. (283 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 258 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW 840. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 BMW 840 (400 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 840 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 840 | 911 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |